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Spanish Language Course and Immersion in Havana, Cuba

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Location
Cuba: Havana

Dates
All year round dates

  • Description

    Located in the upscale district of Miramar only 10 minutes ride from the historic city center. Miramar is an upscale district of Havana where a number of diplomatic headquarters are concentrated.

    Housed in a renovated Cuban building we offer a free bus transfer to/from the accommodation.

  • Highlights

    You have the following course options:
    4 lessons daily: (20 group lessons per week)

    - We accept all language levels / ages 18+
    - Unlimited course length
    - A "lesson" usually lasts approx. 50 minutes
    - Course runs Monday through Friday (mornings)
    - Loan of course materials are included
    - Placement test & orientation on first day of course
    - Maximum 10 students per group class
    - Students are expected to basic materials

    Lodging options:

    You have the following accommodation options:
    - Apart-hotel: (private or shared rooms)
    - Choice of 2 or 3 meals daily

    The hotel residence (apart-hotel) is located in the heart of Havana, in the Miramar embassy area, one of the most beautiful neighborhoods of Havana. In Miramar you will find the district of all the major hotels, embassies, international companies and alluring bars and club.

    The hotel complex is very modern with colourful architecture and interior. The large-area lobby invites students to sit back and relax but can also be used as a meeting point for study groups or for after class evenings together.

    Room facilities include:
    - A kitchenette with cooking accessories
    - Fridge, cooker, microwave, toaster & coffee
    - Balcony or terrace
    - AC, telephone, cable TV, iron, ironing board
    - In room safe for rent
    - Ice machines on all floors
    - Bed linens & towels provided

    Room facilities include:
    - 24-hour snack bar
    - Lobby bar
    - Small shopping center & laundry
    - Free shuttle service to school daily
    - Located 10 mins. to school by shuttle
    - Use of swimming pool at neighbour hotel Occidental
    After class & weekend activities:

    Enjoy social & cultural outings during the week with other students from the school visit museums, Salsa dance at "Casa de la Musica" or "Casa de la Amistad". Salsa Lessons can be arranged at the school.
    If you would like to enjoy afternoons on the beach the local beaches of Playas del Este can be reached in 20 minutes by taxi (approx USD5.00 each for a shared taxi in a group of 4).

    Salsa Lessons You can arrange these classes that are taught by a professional Latin Dance teacher before you leave!

  • Languages

    • Spanish

  • Languages Used as a Medium of Teaching

    • Spanish

  • Cost in US$:

    Various options

  • Cost Include Description:

    * Selected language course & course length
    * Placement test & orientation on the day
    * Lodging as requested
    * Meals if selected
    * Use of teaching materials and borrowing books
    * Optional cultural & social activities.
    * Language proficiency certificate
    * Academic credit available if requested

  • This Program is open to

    American, Asian, Australian, Canadian, European, Kiwi, South African and Worldwide Participants.

  • Participants Travel to Cuba

    Independently

  • Typically Participants Work

    Independently or in Groups

  • Application Process Involves

    • Online Application plus Application Assessment
  • Typically The Application Process Time is

    48 hours

  • Language Vacation's Mission Statement

    Provide short or long term language courses and total cultural immersion abroad. Studying abroad, in the country a language is spoken is the most effective way to learn another language. Enjoy year round language programs worldwide for "Adults", junior summer language camps & programs abroad for "Teenagers" and affordable credit-bearing opportunities. Tailor made language courses for Business, Government & Diplomatic personal including the opportunity to Live & Study in the home of your own private language teacher!

  • Year Founded

    2000

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